A major motorway closure on the M3 in Surrey has thrown rush-hour traffic into chaos this morning, with delays expected to last up to two hours.
Police Incident Closes M3 Eastbound
National Highways confirmed a “severe” police incident has forced the complete shutdown of the M3 eastbound between junctions 3 and 4. The entry slip road at Junction 4 is also closed.
The cause of the incident remains unspecified but is serious enough to keep the road shut throughout the morning. Clearance is expected by 9:45am.
Emergency Services Rush to Scene
- Surrey Police and South East Coast Ambulance Service are on site.
- National Highways Traffic Officers are managing traffic.
- Motorway cameras reveal long, slow-moving tailbacks heading into the closure.
Travel Advice and What We Know
“The M3 in Surrey is closed eastbound between J4 (near Farnborough) and J3 (near Bracknell) due to a Police Led Incident,” said National Highways.
“Due to the nature of the incident, the road is expected to remain closed throughout the morning.”
Drivers are urged to avoid the area if possible and expect heavy delays. Stay tuned for updates as the situation develops.
